City of Port Orange Hiring for Human Resources Manager Job at Port Orange, FL Full Time

We are so excited that you are interested in working for the City of Port Orange! We thrive on our Core Values which show we C.A.R.E. We are committed to our employees and the citizens of Port Orange and look forward to the opportunity to discuss your future here!

Job Description:
POSITION OBJECTIVES
Under the direction of the Administrative Services Director, this position is responsible for planning, organizing and directing of all human resource functions for the City. Performs highly complex managerial and strategic work in the areas of employee/labor relations, recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, administration of organizational policies and procedures, administration of collective bargaining agreements, employee assistance, employee benefits, training and organizational development and disciplinary processes.

Education and Experience

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Public or Business Administration or a related field.
• At least seven years experience of a progressively responsible nature (preferably in the public sector) in human resources management or labor relations.
• At least five years of experience in a managerial/supervisory capacity; or
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations
o International Public Management Association (IPMA-HR )certification preferred
o Public Human Resources (PHR) or Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)certification preferred
o Florida Public Human Resources Association (FPC) certification preferred
o Florida Public Employer Labor Relations (FPELRA) certification preferred
o Must hold a valid Florida Driver’s License.

About us
The City of Port Orange is home to over 60,000 residents and encompasses over 28.7 sq miles of land and is part of Volusia County. The City operates as a Council-Manager government, with a City Council of four members, a Mayor, and a professional City Manager. Port Orange is comprised of over 440 full-time equivalents (FTEs) to support our multiple departments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Administers the City’s human resources program to include employment, benefits, compensation, classification, health and safety, employee relations, payroll and other human resources programs.
• Assists in the City’s labor relations program, negotiations, grievance resolution, arbitration and administration of collective bargaining agreements.
• Provides leadership and direction in the development of short and long range plans; gathers, interprets, and prepares data for studies, reports and recommendations; coordinates activities with other departments and agencies as needed.
• Directs staff in processing and maintaining human resources records and forms.
• Presents City policy and human resources matters to the Department director, employee groups, union representatives and/or individual employees.
• Confers with and advises department directors and other senior staff members regarding human resources matters.
• Directs the City’s recruitment efforts for new hires as well as promotional vacancies.
• Conducts or oversees periodic wage surveys and related matters.
• Makes and prepares studies and recommendations concerning organizational policies and procedures.
• Assists in the maintenance of the City’s Pay and Classification Plan and benefits plan.
• Prepares and presents annual Division operating budget to the Director and monitors all Division spending for purchasing and budgetary compliance.
• Administers contracts related to Human Resources programs and services.
• Provides training for City employees.
• Plans and organizes the City’s employee recognition programs.
• Supervises subordinate staff using effective supervisory techniques.
• Promotes an employee friendly environment within the Division and the City.
• Performs related work as required. These additional duties may be representative of tasks typically performed by those in a lesser or more advanced job grade.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directly supervises all employees assigned to the Human Resources Division.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities including interviewing, hiring, and training new employees; planning, assigning, directing and reviewing work; mentoring, motivating, coaching and appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the concepts and principles of public human resource administration including labor relations and collective bargaining, position classification, salary and benefits administration, and employee skills training.
• Thorough knowledge of the legal aspects of labor relations, employment, EEO issues, workers’ compensation, unemployment insurance, employment records and employee benefit programs.
• Ability to effectively coordinate and work with all groups of people including division and department heads, elected officials, outside agencies, labor unions and the general public.
• Ability to organize, track and prioritize multiple duties and projects to meet deadlines.
• Ability to make job-related decisions in accordance with laws, ordinances, regulations and City policies.
• Ability to anticipate problems and be proactive instead of reactive.
• Ability to recognize strengths and weaknesses in subordinates, assign work accordingly, develop and train subordinates to maximize their potential.
• Ability to get work done through subordinate staff using effective supervisory techniques.
• Ability to accomplish the goals and objectives established for the position without direct supervision.
• Ability to remain abreast of changing laws and procedures related to the specific duties of the job.
• Ability to operate general office equipment and advanced computer skills.
• Ability to assist in City records management and public records requests.
• Thoroughness and dependability.
• Ability to meet job demands under emergency and/or strenuous, prolonged situations.
• Occasional travel may be required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Sufficient flexibility to move, reach, bend, stoop and be able to move up to 20 pounds of supplies or equipment from one location to another.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to allow keyboard operation, typing and writing.
• Sufficient visual acuity to read and comprehend reports and documents.
• Sufficient auditory perception and speaking ability to answer telephones and function in a group.
• Driving may be required periodically.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate

Benefits
The City of Port Orange offers a comprehensive benefits program including personal leave, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401(a) retirement plan and a 457 deferred compensation plan to include employer-matched contributions.

This position is part of the City’s Emergency Management Team and, as such, shall be expected to perform all duties that are assigned during an emergency management operation.

Compensation Details:
This is a salary exempt position
Regular working hours Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
$59,433.00- $75,000.00
Please note that the City of Port Orange is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace which extends preference to Veterans. Those applicants who wish to claim Veteran’s Preference must provide a DD214 or other supporting documentation that identifies service dates and character of service. The City of Port Orange collects social security numbers only in accordance with General Administrative Code 1-42 Social Security Number Collection Policy. To view the entire policy please click on the link: https://www.port-orange.org/documents/hr/POLICY-1-42-SSN.pdf
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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $59,433.00 – $75,000.00 per year